The Young Fanny Burney
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Page cut on fep.
Winifred Gérin's The Young Fanny Burney chronicles the formative years of one of England's most celebrated 18th-century literary figures. This compelling biography uncovers the intellectual and social landscape that shaped Burney's early life, detailing her burgeoning talent and the influences that would later define her groundbreaking novels. Gérin presents a vivid portrait of a young woman navigating the complexities of her era, illustrating the personal experiences and observations that fueled her sharp wit and keen understanding of human nature. The narrative illuminates the origins of Burney's distinctive voice, offering readers an intimate look at the making of a literary icon. It argues for the profound impact of these early experiences on her enduring contributions to English literature.
Author: Winifred Gerin
Format: Hardback
Published: 1961, Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Page cut on fep.
Winifred Gérin's The Young Fanny Burney chronicles the formative years of one of England's most celebrated 18th-century literary figures. This compelling biography uncovers the intellectual and social landscape that shaped Burney's early life, detailing her burgeoning talent and the influences that would later define her groundbreaking novels. Gérin presents a vivid portrait of a young woman navigating the complexities of her era, illustrating the personal experiences and observations that fueled her sharp wit and keen understanding of human nature. The narrative illuminates the origins of Burney's distinctive voice, offering readers an intimate look at the making of a literary icon. It argues for the profound impact of these early experiences on her enduring contributions to English literature.